Bob Vande Vusse and Zeeland Mayor Kevin Klynstra kept up with a steady influx of visitors to Friday's annual coffee with the mayor.

While virtually everyone knew Klynstra, many were for the first time meeting Vande Vusse, the city's new director of the library and Howard Miller Community Center — and the event's guest of honor.

After chatting with the duo, people moved alongside tables featuring a host of light fare, from fresh fruit to pigs in blankets and cookies, before deciding between a cup of sherbet-flavored punch or a steaming cup of coffee.

The mayor's wife, Sandi Klynstra, divided her time between talking with residents and helping City Clerk Karen Jipping and Deputy Clerk Pam Holmes.

Zeeland resident Genevieve Huizenga arrived with her adult son, and as they greeted old friends, she looked around the room. Some visitors sat leisurely conversing at tables while others stopped by briefly to welcome Vande Vusse to the city.

"We have a good town here," Huizenga said. "I appreciate everyone for doing such a good job."

Ottawa County Commissioner Al Dannenberg stopped by, as did the city's former mayor, Les Hoogland, and many city officials.

Though dressed in suits and ties, Klynstra and Vande Vusse kept the event's tone casual. Klynstra said it is one way the city thanks residents for their support — and it provides a holiday treat.